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In this post, general health psychologist and clinical neuropsychologist Raquel Hernández Becerra discusses the problem faced by girls diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) level 1. Throughout my professional career, I have observed how difficult it is for many psychology professionals to reach a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) when the child has level …
ADHD and ASD are two different disorders, but at the same time they can often occur together in some cases (comorbidity). In this article, cognitive rehabilitation specialist and educational psychologist Samuel Rodriguez explains the differences between ADHD and ASD, how these disorders are related, their symptoms and how they can be treated. What do we …
Autism in women Statistics say that 1 out of 66 people live with autism and that there is one woman for every 4 men. Women take longer to be diagnosed and when they require help the need is much more evident than that required by men. The social aspect is the one that denotes this …
The term autism spectrum disorder has been a matter of debate because for those who interact with people who live with it and, in addition, have an analytical thinking, it is relevant to have clarity in the concepts. Regardless of how the person is called or referred to (autistic, with autism or with Asperger’s), it …
Definition of the mirror neuron system Neuroanatomy of the mirror neuron system motor/imitation : There are two main neuronal networks that make up the mirror neuron system (Cattaneo & Rizzolati, 2008): one formed by areas of the parietal lobe and the premotor cortex, as well as by the caudal part of the lower frontal rotation; and another …
February 18th is International Asperger’s Day, a still relatively unknown disorder among the general population. Today, NeuronUP would like to discuss Asperger’s from a neuropsychological point of view. What is Asperger Syndrome? Asperger Syndrome, a neurological condition, is considered to be an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) that affects how the brain processes information. Boys are …
Autism is a developmental neurobiological disorder that manifests itself during the first three or four years of life and lasts throughout a person’s lifetime.
An estimated 5% to 10% of the population are affected by neurodevelopmental disorders whichtypically onset in childhood, prior to puberty, in the developmental period.
Any changes or alterations in the complex process of brain development can result in individuals with atypical brain development.
